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Illinois Security Contractor Licensing ACTUAL
EXAM COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS
YEAR
Illinois Security Contractor Licensing
Exam Overview
The Illinois Security Contractor Examination is a rigorous assessment designed to ensure that
licensed professionals understand both the operational and legal frameworks of the security
industry. The exam content typically covers:
Illinois Statutes & Rules: Primarily the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security,
Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of 2004 and the Administrative Code (Title 68).
Business Practices: Agency licensing, insurance requirements, record-keeping, and employee
files.
Personnel Management: Training requirements (20-hour basic), Permanent Employee
Registration Cards (PERC), and disciplinary procedures.
Firearm Regulations: Firearm Control Cards (FCC), range qualification, and use of force
protocols.
Legal Liability: Civil and criminal liability, search and seizure, and arrest powers.
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Batch 1: Statutory Framework and Agency Requirements
1. Under the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and
Locksmith Act of 2004, what is the minimum age required for an individual to apply for a
Private Security Contractor license?
A. 18 years old
B. 21 years old
C. 25 years old
D. 30 years old
Rationale: Per Section 25-10 of the Act, an applicant must be at least 21 years of age to be
licensed as a Private Security Contractor in Illinois.
2. A licensed security agency must maintain a "General Liability" insurance policy. What is the
minimum amount required for "combined single limit" coverage as per Illinois law?
A. $100,000
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B. $500,000
C. $1,000,000
D. $2,000,000
Rationale: The Act requires licensees to maintain a minimum of $1,000,000 in general liability
insurance coverage to protect the public and the agency from potential claims.
3. If a licensed agency changes its physical business address, within how many days must they
notify the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)?
A. 5 days
B. 10 days
C. 30 days
D. 45 days
Rationale: Licensees are legally obligated to notify the Department of any change of address
within 30 days to ensure regulatory records remain current.
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4. Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for an applicant seeking a Private
Security Contractor license regarding their experience?
A. 1 year of experience as a security guard.
B. 3 years of experience out of the last 5 years working full-time for a licensed security agency.
C. A Master’s degree in Criminal Justice.
D. 5 years of active duty in the military without any specific security role.
Rationale: Section 25-10 requires three years of experience out of the last five years working
full-time for a licensed private security contractor or in a related field as defined by the
Department.
5. What is the maximum duration a "Temporary Employee Permit" (TEP) is valid for while an
employee awaits the issuance of their PERC?
A. 60 days
Illinois Security Contractor Licensing ACTUAL
EXAM COMPLETE 200 QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS
YEAR
Illinois Security Contractor Licensing
Exam Overview
The Illinois Security Contractor Examination is a rigorous assessment designed to ensure that
licensed professionals understand both the operational and legal frameworks of the security
industry. The exam content typically covers:
Illinois Statutes & Rules: Primarily the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security,
Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of 2004 and the Administrative Code (Title 68).
Business Practices: Agency licensing, insurance requirements, record-keeping, and employee
files.
Personnel Management: Training requirements (20-hour basic), Permanent Employee
Registration Cards (PERC), and disciplinary procedures.
Firearm Regulations: Firearm Control Cards (FCC), range qualification, and use of force
protocols.
Legal Liability: Civil and criminal liability, search and seizure, and arrest powers.
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Batch 1: Statutory Framework and Agency Requirements
1. Under the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and
Locksmith Act of 2004, what is the minimum age required for an individual to apply for a
Private Security Contractor license?
A. 18 years old
B. 21 years old
C. 25 years old
D. 30 years old
Rationale: Per Section 25-10 of the Act, an applicant must be at least 21 years of age to be
licensed as a Private Security Contractor in Illinois.
2. A licensed security agency must maintain a "General Liability" insurance policy. What is the
minimum amount required for "combined single limit" coverage as per Illinois law?
A. $100,000
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B. $500,000
C. $1,000,000
D. $2,000,000
Rationale: The Act requires licensees to maintain a minimum of $1,000,000 in general liability
insurance coverage to protect the public and the agency from potential claims.
3. If a licensed agency changes its physical business address, within how many days must they
notify the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)?
A. 5 days
B. 10 days
C. 30 days
D. 45 days
Rationale: Licensees are legally obligated to notify the Department of any change of address
within 30 days to ensure regulatory records remain current.
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4. Which of the following is a mandatory requirement for an applicant seeking a Private
Security Contractor license regarding their experience?
A. 1 year of experience as a security guard.
B. 3 years of experience out of the last 5 years working full-time for a licensed security agency.
C. A Master’s degree in Criminal Justice.
D. 5 years of active duty in the military without any specific security role.
Rationale: Section 25-10 requires three years of experience out of the last five years working
full-time for a licensed private security contractor or in a related field as defined by the
Department.
5. What is the maximum duration a "Temporary Employee Permit" (TEP) is valid for while an
employee awaits the issuance of their PERC?
A. 60 days
